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Here's a fresh new image of the upcoming Mickey Mouse Clubhouse+ special, Mickey's Country Farm, shared on Disney Jr.'s social media.

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On this day in Mickey Mouse history, animator Paul Rudish reintroduced Mickey and the gang to a new generation with the Mickey Mouse shorts, bringing them back to their classic slapstick roots.

Premiering on Disney Channel in 2013, the series blended modern storytelling with vintage-inspired animation to create a style that was unmistakably Rudish. Produced in collaboration with the Canadian animation studio Mercury Filmworks, the shorts placed Mickey and the gang in contemporary settings while embracing the fast-paced humor, expressive animation, and visual charm of Disney's classic theatrical cartoons. Mickey himself was portrayed as a plucky, mischievous underdog whose lovable personality and good-hearted spirit remained at the heart of every adventure.

To further capture the spirit of Mickey's early cartoons, Disney chose not to have Mickey's longtime voice actor, Bret Iwan, voice the series. Instead, Chris Diamantopoulos was cast because his energetic performance closely resembled the spirited style of Walt Disney's original portrayal of Mickey, perfectly complementing the shorts' retro-inspired tone.

Over the course of its run, the series earned widespread critical acclaim, receiving numerous Annie and Emmy Awards. It became the second most-nominated animated television series in Annie Awards history, earning 34 nominations and taking home an impressive 21 wins.

The original series concluded in 2019 and entered hiatus following the passing of Russi Taylor, the beloved voice of Minnie Mouse. Even so, Paul Rudish's take on Mickey continued to grow beyond the television series. Its influence extended to the Where's My Mickey? mobile game, a spinoff of the popular Where's My Water? franchise, inspired the acclaimed attraction Mickey & Minnie's Runaway Railway at Walt Disney World and Disneyland, and even served as the visual basis for the AquaMouse attraction aboard select Disney Cruise Line ships. The universe continued in 2020 with The Wonderful World of Mickey Mouse, which premiered on Mickey's birthday and carried Rudish's signature style through its conclusion in 2023.

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BREAKING NEWS!

In celebration of 626 Day, Disney has announced a brand-new animated short starring Lilo and Stitch!

Revealed during Disney's animation presentation at the Annecy International Animation Film Festival, Lilo & Scratch marks the first time Stitch has been animated by Walt Disney Animation Studios since the original 2002 film.

The official synopsis reads:

"Stitch may have finally met his match in Scratch, a mischievous and mysterious cat whom Lilo introduces as the newest member of their 'ohana. While Lilo runs off to do some errands, Stitch is left in charge of this chaotic creature, who leaves a trail of destruction in its wake."

The short is said to capture the authentic look and feel of the original film while blending traditional hand-drawn animation with CG techniques, alongside beautifully reimagined watercolor backgrounds.

The project was announced by Fawn Veerasunthorn and Malcon Pierce during a sneak peek of Disney's upcoming animated feature Hexed, which will debut the short in theaters. Many artists from the original Lilo & Stitch are returning to help bring the project to life, including Stitch's original supervising animator, Alex Cooper Schmidt.

Chris Sanders will once again voice Stitch, while Maia Kealoha returns as Lilo after portraying her in the 2025 live-action film.

Be sure to catch Lilo & Scratch when it premieres exclusively in theaters alongside Disney's Hexed on November 25!

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So… WHOS EXCITED!?

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YEE-HAWWW!

I'm beyond excited to share that a full-length, 44-minute special of Mickey Mouse Clubhouse+ is on the way!

The new special, "Mickey's Country Farm," follows Mickey and the gang as they use their new farm vehicles to build the Fairest Farm Fair ever. Meanwhile, Daisy is hoping her cowgirl idol, Lasso Lucy, will stop by for a visit!

A first-look clip from the special has been released on the Disney Jr. YouTube channel, featuring Mickey, Minnie, Daisy, and the crew singing alongside Lasso Lucy, voiced by Tony-nominated guest star Megan Hilty. The special includes a brand-new version of the "Hoedown Throwdown," originally performed by Miley Cyrus in Hannah Montana: The Movie. The song will be released as a single this Friday, June 26, on all major music streaming platforms.

Leading up to the premiere, Mickey and the gang will be putting their own country spin on some familiar tunes. The soundtrack, "Disney Jr. Music: Mickey Mouse Clubhouse+ – Mickey's Country Farm," arrives on all major streaming platforms on July 31. In addition, brand-new "Mickey's Country Farm Songs" shorts will debut on Disney Jr. and Disney+ beginning July 27.

The fun doesn't stop there! A brand-new short in the Disney Jr. Play Break series, "Mickey and Minnie Farm," will premiere July 30 on Disney+, encouraging kids to get up, get active, and participate in fun-filled farm activities.

Fans can also look forward to new Mickey Mouse Clubhouse+ country farm-inspired toys from Just Play later this summer, including the Mickey Mouse Hoedown Throwdown Plush and the Barnyard Fun Playset.

Catch Mickey Mouse Clubhouse+: Mickey's Country Farm on Thursday, July 30, on Disney Jr. and Disney Jr. On Demand, and stream it the next day on Disney+!

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BREAKING NEWS! Disney is kicking off another summer of helping kids get active through the power of play!

Last year, the initiative supported more than 1,200 families across eight U.S. cities, providing access to 22 different sports. For half of those families, it marked their child's very first experience participating in organized sports. Additionally, more than 70 preschoolers and kindergarteners took part in the inaugural free Disney Jr. Let’s Play Sports Clinic in East Los Angeles last fall.

This year, the Disney Jr. Let’s Play! campaign and ESPN’s Take Back Sports initiative are again partnering with the national nonprofit Every Kid Sports to help income-restricted families cover youth sports registration fees for children ages 3–7. The program aims to give even more young children the chance to experience the physical, social, and emotional benefits of sports early in life.

Disney Jr. and ESPN will also expand the program by hosting preschool sports clinics in select markets, including Oakland, Chicago, Fresno, the Inland Empire, Philadelphia, and more. These events are designed to introduce young children to a variety of sports in a fun and engaging environment while connecting families with local youth sports resources in their communities.

The campaign is expanding to the screen as well, with the popular Me & Mickey vlog series returning for its fifth season under the theme Me & Mickey: Let's Play Sports. Created in collaboration with Disney Jr., ESPN, and the Positive Coaching Alliance, the season will feature 10 new shorts showcasing Mickey, Minnie, and the rest of the Clubhouse crew as they play, learn, laugh, and work together through teamwork-focused adventures that introduce preschool-friendly sports skills. The shorts will premiere on Disney Jr., Disney Jr. On Demand, the DisneyNOW website, and Disney+ on June 29.

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Quackers! Let’s wish a very Happy 75th Birthday to Tress MacNeille!

Growing up in Lakewood and Long Beach, California, Tress developed a deep passion for cartoons and was inspired by the works of Disney, Warner Bros., and others to pursue a career in voice acting from the age of eight. Though she initially felt her dream was impractical, she never gave up on it.

After attending the University of California and later broadcasting school, Tress became a disc jockey. Realizing the job wasn't what she expected, she shifted her focus to voice-over work, recording radio spots and TV demos. Following a voice-over course, her teacher, Dave Hall, sent her to audition at Sound Services Incorporated, where she connected with agent Bob Lloyd at The Voicecaster.

With the skills she developed there, along with years of improv training at The Groundlings, Bob Lloyd and SBV agent Rita Vennari helped Tress secure her first voice-over role on Scooby-Doo and Scrappy-Doo. That opportunity launched her into animation, where she became one of the most recognizable voices in the industry.

At Warner Bros., Tress took on the role of Babs Bunny in Tiny Toons Adventures, bringing not only Babs’ voice to life, but also the countless impressions the character was known for. She also voiced Dot Warner in Animaniacs and has provided the voice of Wilma Flintstone since 2000.

Tress also became a major contributor to Matt Groening's shows, voicing hundreds of characters across The Simpsons, including Agnes Skinner, the Crazy Cat Lady, and Dolph Starbeam, as well as numerous characters on Futurama, notably Carol Miller.

Across Disney, Tress’s résumé is equally impressive. Her work includes voicing the Queen of Hearts from Alice in Wonderland in the Kingdom Hearts video games, Merryweather from Sleeping Beauty since 2005, and Anastasia Tremaine in the Cinderella sequels. She has also brought to life several beloved characters within the Mickey Mouse universe, including Gadget Hackwrench in Chip 'n Dale Rescue Rangers, one of the show's titular chipmunks, Chip, since 1988, and the stylish Daisy Duck since 1999.

Happy 75th Birthday, Tress! Wishing you many more years of unforgettable quacks and bickers ahead!

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BREAKING NEWS! It appears we have lost another talented star far too soon.

Daveigh Chase began her career in entertainment at a young age, making one of her earliest screen appearances in a 1998 episode of Sabrina the Teenage Witch. Over the years, she became known for several memorable roles, including Samara Morgan in The Ring, Rhonda Volmer in Big Love, and Samantha Darko in Donnie Darko.

For Disney fans, however, Daveigh will always be remembered as the voice of Lilo Pelekai in the 2002 animated classic Lilo & Stitch. She reprised the role across numerous projects in the franchise, including Stitch! The Movie, Leroy & Stitch, and the television series. Her performance as Lilo earned her both an Annie Award for Outstanding Voice Acting in an Animated Feature Production and a Young Artist Award for Best Performance in a Voice-Over Role.

According to TMZ, Daveigh’s boyfriend, Roy Hernandez, confirmed on June 16 that she died from complications related to meningitis and a severe blood infection, which led to sepsis and organ failure. She was 35.

Daveigh's work left a lasting impact on countless fans, especially those who grew up with Lilo and her story of family, belonging, and love.

As Lilo once taught us, "Ohana means family. Family means nobody gets left behind or forgotten."

We will never forget you, Daveigh. Thank you for the memories, and rest in peace.

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BREAKING NEWS! Season’s greetings from Mickey and Pluto!

Disney has announced a brand-new full-length Christmas special coming to Disney Jr. and Disney+ this winter. Mickey’s Home Alone follows Mickey and his favorite pup, Pluto, on a festive adventure inspired by the classic 1990 film Home Alone, while their friends race to reunite with them before Christmas is ruined.

According to the synopsis:

"Mickey is looking forward to a quiet Christmas at home when Minnie surprises everyone with tickets to a world-famous Ice Palace. In the morning rush to get out the door, Mickey and Pluto are accidentally left behind. While the two protect their home from a raccoon and a weasel determined to steal their Christmas dinner, Minnie and the gang race to make it back in time."

Like 2024's Mickey and the Very Many Christmases, the new special is being produced by Wild Canary Animation in association with Disney Jr. Returning from the previous holiday special are executive producer Tom Rogers (Minnie's Bow-Toons) and co-executive producer Rachel Ruderman (Minnie's Bow-Toons), while Shane Prigmore (Rapunzel's Tangled Adventure) joins the production as director.

Also returning is songwriter Keith Harrison Dworkin (Sofia the First: Royal Magic), who has written two original songs for the special: "Ho-Ho-Home for Christmas" and "Favorite Christmas Feeling." Annie and Primetime Emmy Award-nominated composer Tony Morales (Elena of Avalor, Mickey and Friends: Trick or Treats) will once again provide the score, along with a brand-new arrangement of the holiday classic "Jingle Bells.”

Mickey’s Home Alone premieres this winter on Disney Jr. and Disney+!

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